The Shaw Davey Slum

Description

From the outside, The Shaw Davey Slum, on the corner of Elgin and Drummond Street in Carlton, looks like any other Melbourne pub. But step inside and it’s a kaleidoscope of colour and texture, a throwback to the 1960s and the iconic suburban pubs that flourished in that era. But don’t think this a daggy old pub, The Shaw Davey Slum features all the modern finishes that you...

From the outside, The Shaw Davey Slum, on the corner of Elgin and Drummond Street in Carlton, looks like any other Melbourne pub. But step inside and it’s a kaleidoscope of colour and texture, a throwback to the 1960s and the iconic suburban pubs that flourished in that era. But don’t think this a daggy old pub, The Shaw Davey Slum features all the modern finishes that you would expect from a refurbished pub. The Shaw Davey Diner on the Ground Level is ideal for Friday night drinks and casual dinners with friends and family, while on Level 2 The Slum Beer Garden’s state of the art opening room transforms the heritage building to an open-air bar. With multiple spaces to suit a wide range of functions, The Shaw Davey Slum was built for parties and events.

Features & Facilities

Facilities

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Event Guidelines

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Catering Options

Liquor Licence

Event Rooms

The Shaw Davey Slum- Entire Venue

Max 600 people

The Shaw Davey Slum- Entire Venue

The Shaw Davey Slum is a celebratin of Carlton’s diverse history and a great era for Australian culture. Situated in an iconic old building just off Lygon St, Carlton, we’ve brought to life an exciting 1960s themed bar with a unique Australiana feel. The name is based around a poverty report written in 1958 by two commissioners named Shaw and Davey about Carlton and the surrounding areas. Known as the windscreen survey (because they didn’t get out of their cars), the report recommended demolishing large areas of Carlton, known as the “slums”. The name is an oxymoron and a celebration of Carlton’s diverse history during a great era of Australian culture. The Shaw Davey Slum is about providing incredible value for money within a unique environment that exudes style and originality. It is the perfect space to host your next party or event. -Suitable for birthdays, corporate events, weddings, engagements, exclusive functions and sit down dinner.

Max 600 people

The Shaw Davey Slum- Dining Room

Max 50 people

The Shaw Davey Slum- Dining Room

The main dining area offers the perfect setting for a sit down birthday or engagement dinner. If you are after a smaller, more intimate function there is the option to split the main room in two. Alternatively, this area can also be booked for large or small groups for seated dinners.

Max 50 people

The Shaw Davey Slum- Campbell's Soup...

Max 70 people

The Shaw Davey Slum- Campbell's Soup Room

Upstairs at The Slum you will find this exclusive area which showcases the brilliance of the 1960s with an homage to the great pop art of Andy Warhol, an icon of the time. Celebrate in style in this room that contains room for seated or standing functions with room to personalise the space. Can be used for dining or cocktail style function Retractable roof Personal bartender TV available for slideshows etc

Max 70 people

The Shaw Davey Slum- Right Hand Side Bar

Max 300 people

The Shaw Davey Slum- Right Hand Side Bar

Our upstairs standing area features high tables with wind up vintage stools and Chesterfield couches, perfect for a gathering with friends at the end of the working week. With easy access to the bar and an intimate space, it is a great place for a casual drink or a celebration with your group.

Max 300 people

The Shaw Davey Slum- Entire Upstairs

Max 400 people

The Shaw Davey Slum- Entire Upstairs

For bigger functions, you can hire out the entire upstairs level of The Slum! This includes the use of the exclusive bar area as well as the Campbell’s Soup private room. We offer a unique finger food menu and can design a bar tab to suit both your budget and tastes. Ask us what we have done in the past! Bollards available Dance Foor DJ Available Retractable roof top Personal bartender